AACI THANKSGIVING at the DEAD SEA
NOVEMBER 23-27, 2008

Join us for 4 magical autumn nights in Israel's favorite and warmest resort at the Dead Sea. We will be staying at the lovely 5-star Moriah Classic Dead Sea (formally the Novotel).  Escorted by AACI's staff, you will enjoy the camaraderie of our friendly English-speaking group; experience the feast of a traditional Thanksgiving Dinner together with old and new friends.

q      4 nights at the 5-star Moriah Classic Dead Sea

q        *Half-board

q        *Welcome reception

q        *One-time coffee and cake

q         *Exclusive traditional Thanksgiving Dinner with all the trimmings for AACI

q         *Free Spa Entrance

 Price: Per person in a double room NIS 1700 for AACI members

Per person in a  single room   NIS 2710 for AACI members

NIS50 supplement for non- AACI members

Transportation not included.  Schedule subject to change

For details and more information please call:

Hadas at AACI Jerusalem: 02-561-7151 ext. 309

AACI to host the General Assembly this year in Jerusalem
AACI looks forward to hosing the participants of the upcoming General Assembly of the United Jewish Communities, to be held November 1619, 2008. 

We have begun recruiting volunteers for this large conference, which brings Jewish community leaders from all over North America for a varied program of lectures, presentations, day trips and events.

If you are interested in volunteering for at least one four hour shift, please email frontdesk@aaci.org.il with GA Volunteer in the subject line.

AACI Photo Safari In Jerusalem

Digital Camera Workshop

With Professional Photographer

Evan Kotel

Tuesday 12 August 2008 (New Date)

9am to 3.30pm

Jerusalem is a photographers  paradise. Join Evan Kotel for our photo safari on location in Jerusalem . Evan Kotel turned a photography hobby into a profession in the mid 1980's and has been behind the camera since.  He specializes in public relations, portrait and wedding photography. He also has enjoys nature and travel photography in Israel and abroad.

Places we will visit include:  The Bell Garden, Windmill, Yemin Moshe, and the Midrachov where we will learn about nature, close-up, landscape, portrait, architecture and street photography.

As well as photo shoots our program also includes two seminar/workshop sessions.

Photography

þDifferences between film and digital photography

þDifferent types of digital cameras

þBasic camera operation and controls

þ Camera modes (auto, program, shutter priority, aperture priority, manual, portrait, snow, night etc)

þComposition-using camera viewfinder and monitor

þHow to read the monitor and create better photographs

þLearning to see photos

 Processing images

þDownloading files and backing up data

þSetting up a filing system in your computer

þBasic photo correction using Photoshop

þCropping, adjusting color, contrast, Black and White

þCorrecting problem photos

þPreparing images for printing

þChoosing a color lab

 Price: AACI members NIS 230

Non members NIS 290
Price does not include transportation.
For details and to register please e-mail:  judith@netanyaaaci.org.il or phone 09-8330950

AACI welcomes new olim!
The summer is a busy and exciting time for AACI, with new olim arriving, klitah fairs, pre- and post aliyah workshops.  The entire AACI family welcomes this summer's newest Israelis.  We forward to meeting you at one of our klitah fairs which provides you with an opportunity to meet AACI staff and volunteers and gather essential information from representatives of banks, health funds and more.

When you make aliyah, you are joining new family, both the family of the people of Israel in their own land and the extended family of AACI, representing thousands of English speaking former olim We look forward to meeting you as you join the family!  

Jerusalem Rotary Club
In cooperation with the
The Yale University Alumni Club

WHIFFENPOOF A CAPPELLA SINGERS IN CONCERT IN ISRAEL

The Yale Whiffenpoofs, or Whiffs as they are affectionately called, have been a venerable institution for almost 100 years.  
The 14 all-male group of seniors at Yale University remain the equivalent of royalty in the world of a capella singing, performing far beyond the New Haven, Connecticut campus.  They will performing in Israel at the end of July:

1. Tuesday, July 29^th at 8:30 PM – The Music and Art Performing Center of Raanana, 2a HaPalmach Street, Raanana. NIS80/ticket. For more information: 09-7464036.
2. Wednesday, July 30^th at 8:00 PM – YMCA Auditorium, 26 King David Street, Jerusalem. Hosted by the Rotary Club of Jerusalem. NIS 70/ticket. For more information: 054 533 1945 or kern@bwc.org  .

3. Thursday, July 31^st at 7:30 PM – Private home in Zichron Yaakov. In honor of 15 years of LOTEM, Integrated Nature Studies, a non-profit organization which offers hikes, workshops and extracurricular activities to people with special needs. NIS 80/ticket. Proceeds will go to LOTEM.
   For more information: 054-5393253 or lotemconcert@gmail.com.

    

   Since the Whiffenpoofs were last in Israel, they have sung for Presidents, including Ronald Reagan, George H. and George W. Bush, Bill Clinton and President the “West Wing Bartlett (on” television series). In addition to demanding annual concert schedules, where they have sung all over the United States, including Carnegie Hall. They have appeared on numerous television shows such as the “Jane Pauley Show”, “Jeopardy”, and “The Gilmore Girls”. Fresh from concerts in Japan and the Far East, the “Whiffs” will perform in Israel as part of their 2008 World Tour, which this year coincides with the Israel’s 60th anniversary.

    

   One can expect a unique evening of entertainment including innovative A Cappella arrangements of well known popular songs from different eras, punctuated by the characteristic playfulness of the tuxedo wearing, white glove clad, all-male Yale graduates singing in close harmony. The evening promises to include their trademark song, which features the readily recognizable line, ”We are poor little lambs who have gone astray, baa, baa, baa…”

Heat Exhaustion Instruction Sheet
From KidsHealth.org

During hot, humid weather, the body's internal temperature can rise and can result in heat exhaustion and heatstroke. If not quickly treated, heat exhaustion can progress to heatstroke, which requires immediate emergency medical care and can be fatal.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS:

Heat Exhaustion:
severe thirst 
muscle weakness 
nausea, sometimes vomiting 
fast, shallow breathing 
irritability 
headache 
increased sweating 
cool, clammy skin 
elevation of body temperature to less than 104 Fahrenheit (40 Celsius)

Heatstroke:
severe, throbbing headache 
weakness, dizziness, or confusion 
difficulty breathing 
decreased responsiveness or loss of consciousness 
may not be sweating 
flushed, hot, dry skin 
elevation of body temperature to 104 Fahrenheit (40 Celsius) or higher

WHAT TO DO:
If the child has a temperature of 104 Fahrenheit (40 Celsius) or more, or shows any symptoms of heatstroke, seek emergency medical care (911) immediately. In cases of heat exhaustion and while awaiting help for a child with possible heatstroke: 

1.    Bring the child indoors or into the shade immediately. 

2.    Undress the child. 

3.    Have the child lie down; elevate feet slightly. 

4.    If the child is alert, place in cool (not cold) bathwater, or sponge-bathe the child repeatedly. If outside, spray the child with mist from a garden hose. 

5.    If the child is alert, give frequent sips of cool, clear fluids (clear juices or sports drinks are best).

6.    If the child is vomiting, turn his or her body to the side to prevent choking.

7.    Monitor the child's temperature.

Think Prevention!
Teach children to always drink plenty of fluids before and during any activity in hot, sunny weather - even if they aren't thirsty. Make sure kids wear light-colored loose clothing and only participate in heavy activity outdoors before noon or after 6 PM. Teach children to come indoors immediately whenever they feel overheated.

Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult a doctor. Review this with a doctor prior to use. 

Reviewed by: Larissa Hirsch, MD.

Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor. © 1995-2008 The Nemours Foundation. All rights reserved.